Press 1 for Invasion
Press 1 for Invasion by J. A. Dauber is a middle grade novel published by Simon and Schuster on September 9, 2025. This 320-page book follows ten-year-old Matt, who longs for a cell phone. When he discovers one on the sidewalk, he unwittingly becomes embroiled in a hilarious adventure that reveals his school’s crossing guard and lunch lady are not what they seem. As Matt navigates the challenges of his new phone, he uncovers a looming alien invasion and must take action to protect his world.
Readers will find an engaging blend of action and adventure as Matt teams up with his friend Marcela and an alien lunch lady to thwart the impending invasion. The story features thrilling battles in unexpected settings, including a school cafeteria and the atmosphere above Earth. With elements of science fiction and spine-chilling horror, this book presents a unique narrative that explores friendship, bravery, and the lengths one will go to save loved ones.
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A kid who just wanted a cell phone ends up being responsible for saving the world from an alien invasion in this hilarious, action-packed new middle grade novel that’s perfect for fans of Sal and Gabi Break the Universe and Gordon Korman.
Ten-year-old Matt really wants a phone, but his parents won’t let him have one. When he finds one just lying on the sidewalk, he naturally picks it up and claims it for himself. But when Matt uses his new phone to take pictures, they show the crossing guard in front of his school as a monster. But that can’t be right…can it?
Matt soon learns that: a) his lunch lady is also a monster (actually, an alien); b) an invasion of Earth is due to take place within the next few days; and c) the lunch lady is having cold feet (well, tentacles) about the whole thing and wants his help. Matt and his friend Marcela join forces with her to save the planet.
Battles in their school cafeteria and high above the Earth’s atmosphere place them in very close encounters with alien pets and the business end of a gigantic oven. As the danger mounts, Matt and Marcela must ask themselves what they’re willing to risk to save their friends, their family, and their world.
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